May1872

Historical Events in May 1872

Presidential Convention

May 10 Victoria Woodhull becomes 1st woman nominated for US presidency by Equal Rights Party at Apollo Hall, NYC

Victoria Woodhull — Civil Rights Activist Victoria Woodhull

May 16 Metropolitan Gas Company lamps lit for 1st time
May 17 Bohemian Club incorporated in San Francisco
May 22 Amnesty Act restores civil rights to Southerners (except for 500)

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